Pediatric occupational therapy is a specialized field of therapy that focuses on helping children develop the skills they need to succeed in daily activities. The goal of pediatric occupational therapy is to help children build their physical, cognitive, and social abilities so that they can become more independent and participate fully in school, play, and […]
Occupational Therapy: What is it and does my kid need it? Read More »
Written by Cathy Lynn Gonzales, M.S., OTR/L Has your child’s occupational therapist touted the magic that deep pressure input can bestow upon one’s body? Avid movie watchers may have seen the great effects of the [squeeze machine] depicted in Temple Grandin’s 2010 biography drama film Temple Grandin or the [magic blanket] in 2021 psychological thriller
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Occupational therapy groups may be an excellent addition to your child’s OT programs. Groups can be a great tool for helping children generalize the skills they are working on with their primary therapist, provide additional opportunities to work on skills at a more affordable rate, and can even provide meaningful social opportunities for kids who
We are often asked for referrals for ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) therapists and our short answer is “We do not recommend ABA therapy”. Let me give you some background. I (Brittney) was an ABA therapist while I was studying to become an OT. I was so excited to gain experience working with autistic children to
It is no secret how challenging it has been to own a small business in 2020. As we enter into more lockdowns and restrictions, businesses will inevitably be impacted. That is why I put together a list of some local small businesses that we love and know would very much appreciate your support! Even if
Learn what heavy work is, why occupational therapists recommend it to help calm and regulate children and how you can incorporate it into your day. If you’ve heard the term “heavy work” thrown around before, it might have conjured up an image of a pickaxe and a sweaty brow under a hardhat. But what does
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After months of distance learning, your child now has the green light to go back to school for in-person learning. Maybe you’re thrilled, nervous, or both — and maybe your child is feeling a little bit of everything too. No matter where you’re located, it’s likely that things at school are going to look
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Here at AVCTC we LOVE products that allow kids to be creative and also meet their diverse and rich sensory needs! That is why when we heard about this new product called FORT, I signed up to buy them immediately! They are magnetic pillow forts. Often in the OT world the products we buy
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Welcome to our clinic tour! Here are some photos of our space. Our hope is that it feels like a welcoming, calm, and happy space for you and your child!
